Obituaries

Robert James Avila

Robert James Avila

Feb 19, 2021

Avila, Robert James Robert James Avila (Bob) came to be on a cool day in Taos, NM on April 13, 1951 and Bob passed away unexpectedly in Albuquerque on February 19, 2021.   Bob’s Dad, Pete Avila, passed when Bob was 14 years of age. For the next four years, Bob experienced life in a manner that suggested a turnaround...

Harold L Gurule

Harold L Gurule

Feb 18, 2021

Harold L Gurule of Rio Rancho NM, passed away peacefully at home on February 18th 2021. He was born December 8th 1934 in Alameda, N.M. His wife Viola Gurule precedes him in death. Parents Elias and Cirila Gurule, brothers Arthur and Elias Jr Gurule and sister Anabelle Garcia...He is survived by his children, Arthur Gurule, Donna Raimondi and Donald (Cathleen)...

Jack Ernest Thomas

Jack Ernest Thomas

Feb 17, 2021

Jack Ernest Thomas slipped peacefully from his physical life on February 17, 2021.  He began his journey in Dayton, Ohio on October 26, 1942.  Throughout his 78 years traversing this life he wore many titles proudly:  His Mother’s Son, Electric Company Lineman, Union Man (IBEW & UWUA), Golfer, Motorcyclist, Sandoval County Commissioner, Golfer, Rio Rancho City Councilor, State Representative, Golfer,...

Manuel Estrada

Manuel Estrada

Feb 17, 2021

Manuel “Guero” Estrada passed away on February 17, 2021 in Cuba, New Mexico at the age of 72.

Manuel is survived by his wife, Mabel Diaz of Cuba, New Mexico; daughters, Clara Allred of Tucson, Arizona, Manuela Chacon of Cuba, New Mexico, Meline Diaz of Torrington, Connecticut, Melissa and Antonio Crespin of Cuba, New Mexico; son, Manuel and wife, Marisa Diaz...

Viola Nora Farfan

Viola Nora Farfan

Feb 17, 2021

Viola Nora Farfan, age 79, passed away Wednesday, February 17th. Viola was born in Corrales, as the youngest of 12 siblings. She married Clifford Farfan, of Bernalillo, and they were married for 58 years, creating a beautiful family. She raised her family and maintained a residence on the same road she was born on. Viola enjoyed traveling and fishing with...

Mary Dufour

Mary Dufour

Feb 17, 2021

Mary Dufour passed away on February 17, 2021, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, at the age of 89.  Mary was born on July 9, 1931 in Houtzdale, Pennsylvania, to George and Margaret Gallo.  She attended Moshannon Mirror High School in Madera, Pennsylvania.  She married Jules Dufour on September 18, 1947, in Houtzdale, Pennsylvania, and were married for 63 beautiful years.

 

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Luis Diaz Albor

Luis Diaz Albor

Feb 17, 2021

Luis Diaz Albor

Agosto 14, 1934 – Febrero 07,2021

 

Luis Diaz Albor, 86 años, en la Ciudad de Albuquerque, Nuevo México, murió en el Hospital Ross Presbiteriano el día 7 de febrero del 2021 a las 12:45 am, debido a un ataque cardiaco. Luis nació en Huacao Michoacán, México, el 14 de agosto de 1934, hijo de María Socorro...

Ida Ferran

Ida Ferran

Feb 15, 2021

Ida Ferran or “Idabelle” as she was named by her parents Earnest Joseph Ferran and Elena Josephine Valdez Ferran on October 5th, 1936. Ida passed away February 15th, 2021 of natural causes. 

 

Mom loved to read and lifelong learning. At the end of her life, she amassed a several hundred book private library. Her postal worker became frustrated by...

Louis Edmond Raish

Louis Edmond Raish

Feb 13, 2021

Louis Edmond Raish was born 11/1/1924 and died 02/13/2021, at the age of 96.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Jane Raish, who passed away 10/16/ 2018, at the age of 91. 

He is survived by his 4 children, Steve and wife Nancy Raish, Cindy Langlois, Gary and wife Cathy Raish, and Sue and husband Rich Sena; 8 grandchildren...

Beverly A. Mathis

Beverly A. Mathis

Feb 12, 2021

Beverly A. Mathis went home to the Lord on February 12, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Iva Beavers and her father, Olen Beavers.  She is survived by her son, Paul Mathis (Lynn), daughter, Pamela Mathis, and grandson, Hayden Mathis.

Beverly was a loving and devoted Mother and Grandmother who cherished time spent with her children.  She...

Stephen Lance Wilkins

Stephen Lance Wilkins

Feb 12, 2021

Stephen Lance Wilkins 77, of Albuquerque passed away Friday, February 12, 2021, at Presbyterian Hospital. Services are scheduled for 11:00A.M. Thursday, February 18th at Sagebrush Church NE location, 7500 Montgomery Blvd Albuquerque, NM. 87109, with Pastors Vince Carrillo officiating. Due to restrictions the burial will be limited to the immediate family at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The family will receive friends...

James "Jimmy" Aaron Spring

James "Jimmy" Aaron Spring

Feb 12, 2021

We mournfully announce the passing of James Aaron Spring, 36, better known as Jimmy or “Bo” to his close family and friends. Jimmy passed away suddenly on February 12th, 2021 in Albuquerque, NM.   Jimmy was born September 21st, 1984 in Logan, Utah to Ken and Debbie Spring. He graduated from Franklin County High in Preston, ID in 2003. In...

Dianne Cook Uzdawinis

Dianne Cook Uzdawinis

Feb 12, 2021

Dianne Cook Uzdawinis

I celebrate the life and love of my beloved wife Dianne.

Dianne was born in New York City on March 13, 1948. She was raised in a loving extended Irish family comprised of her mother Mary, aunts Helen, Margie, and Emily; uncles Joe, Dave and grandparents. She was introduced to the finest family Italian restaurants that New...

Sophie Jane Arp

Sophie Jane Arp

Feb 11, 2021

Sophie Jane (Sybelnik) Arp, better known as Flipper to those who really knew her, was 94 years old when she passed away on February 11, 2021.  Jane originated from Struthers, Ohio, and has been a resident of Albuquerque, NM, since 1962. 

She is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Donald G. Arp, parents John and Anna...

Donald Eugene Frankhouse

Donald Eugene Frankhouse

Feb 11, 2021

Donald Eugene Frankhouse passed away February 11, 2021 in Belen, NM. He was born to John Frankhouse and Clara Ellen Peirson January 7, 1930 in Monroe, MI. He graduated from Monroe High School. Don was a master machinist and enjoyed a long career. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by...

Elias Otero

Elias Otero

Feb 11, 2021

Elias, 24, passed away on Thursday February 11, 2021.

Elias was born in Albuquerque, NM on November 19, 1996. He is survived by his mother and father Luiz and Alicia Otero; brothers, Jacob and Nicholas Otero; sisters, Delilah Otero and Aliyah Barela. His grandparents John and Doris Garcia; Rita Otero-Rodriguez. Aunt and Uncles: Gilbert Garcia (Ana), John Garcia Jr., Robert Otero (Crystal), Chris...